South Alabama wins season-opener against Morgan State

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - The South Alabama football team beat Morgan State 38-21 to win their season-opener at Hancock Whitney Stadium on Saturday, Aug 30.

Morgan State relied on their ground game early and took the lead in the first quarter thanks to Jason Collins who finished with 83 yards and two touchdowns on the ground. The Jags would counter with rushing attack led by Kentrel Bullock who ran for 127 yards and two touchdowns to go along with PJ Brown’s 40 yards and a touchdown.

Quarterback Bishop Davenport finished 12 of 14 for 166 yards and two touchdowns to Anthony Eager and Devin Voisin who found the endzone for the first time in two years.

The Jags defense came up big forcing four total turnovers. Former Faith Academy star Ty Goodwill shined in his first start finishing with a team high 11 tackles and four pass breakups.

The Jaguars will host Tulane next Saturday, Sep 6 at 6pm.